This past winter, SAIL principal editor, Adam Cort, checked out the new Italia Yachts’ new 11.98 performance-cruiser at the boot Dusseldorf show in German, and says he can attest to the fact it’s a boat more than worthy of the attention of North American sailors. Available in ...read more

• By Adam Cort
  May 21, 2020

Sea Ray SLX 400 Winner of an NMMA Innovation Award, the SLX 400, "The Entertainer", combines peak performance, superior comfort, incredible versatility and style, and state-of-the-art technology. The result is more than a boat - it's a premium socializing environment. Every ...read more

• By Sea Ray
  May 14, 2020

Winner of the “small cruiser” category in SAIL magazine’s 2020 Best Boats contest, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 is a versatile and remarkable spacious entry level cruiser that is also more than capable of standing up to a blow. The fact that it can be ordered with either a fixed ...read more

• By Adam Cort
  May 12, 2020

Video produced by John V. Turner The editors discuss a category that is quickly picking up steam with the introduction of the Cutwater C-32 Command Bridge. ...read more

• By Capt. Bill Pike
  May 6, 2020

Soundings editors Gary Reich and Pim Van Hemmen talk about the most recent Downeast-style boats to hit the market, including the Sabre 58, the MJM 53z and the True North 34 Outboard Express. ...read more

• By Soundings Editors
  May 6, 2020

The owner of Jeff Merrill Yacht Sales discusses brokerage during a pandemic—and offers tips for current buyers and sellers to succeed. The yacht brokerage business has changed over the years, and even bigger changes are on the horizon. No one knows this better than trawler ...read more

• By Passagemaker
  May 5, 2020

Explore the seas in style and confidence with the 407 Nomad FE (Front Entry), which exhibits a more traditional Intrepid design. This 40’ custom powerboat features an 11’1” beam and a fuel capacity of up to 700 gallons, and is designed with a front entry with walk-in head, ...read more

• By Intrepid Powerboats
  Apr 30, 2020

Cruise or fish in style with the Intrepid 345 Nomad SE (Side Entry). This 34’6” center console is a product of buyer input and Intrepid Powerboats’ industry expertise, delivering unrivaled levels of versatility, protection and customization.  The 345 Nomad SE surrounds you ...read more

• By Intrepid Powerboats
  Apr 30, 2020

In our 157 years of helping to create an owner’s vision, one of the most significant milestones in that journey is their very first decision. What is your version of custom? For each owner, their motivations, requirements and desires are different. Some seek a home away from ...read more

• By Burger Boat Company
  Apr 29, 2020

It’s been exactly one year since Helmsman Trawlers took home the trophy as the People’s Choice at TrawlerFest Seattle 2019. As the dates of this year’s Seattle installment of our popular TrawlerFest series came and went—the show having been postponed until November due to the ...read more

• By Andrew Parkinson
  Apr 28, 2020

Known as a sturdy cruising boat, the American Tug 395 is perfect for the owner/operator who wants to cruise efficiently and comfortably without the challenges of a much larger vessel. The 395 has a gorgeous, classic trawler-style hull shape built to the same sophisicated levels ...read more

• By Seattle Yachts
  Apr 28, 2020

The Nimbus Boats 365 Coupe was designed specifically to provide as many spaces on board for entertainment, socializing, and fun as possible, while also maintaining the high standards that come with being a Nimbus. The 365 Coupe was so well-built in fact that it won the European ...read more

• By Seattle Yachts
  Apr 28, 2020

Group Beneteau is currently in the midst of unveiling the five boats comprising its brand-new Excess line of cruising catamarans, ranging in length from around 37ft to 48ft. Photos courtesy of Excess/Christophe Launay. For a detailed review of the Excess 12 ...read more

• By Adam Cort
  Apr 27, 2020

The X-Yachts X4.0, a new 40-footer that came out at the same time Denmark’s X-Yachts was celebrating its 40th anniversary, more than does justice to the storied builder’s reputation for quality and performance. For additional details, including a full boat review, CLICK HERE. ...read more

• By Adam Cort
  Apr 14, 2020